The Construction Leaders’ Summit 2025 brought together architects, specifiers, and building product manufacturers to explore the latest trends shaping the construction industry.
The NBS Construction Leaders’ Summit was an exclusive event for professionals across the construction sector. Attendees had the opportunity to hear from industry leaders, gain fresh insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the built environment, and connect with peers to share knowledge and ideas.
The NBS Construction Leaders’ Summit offered unparalleled opportunities to gain valuable insights, connect with industry leaders, and stay ahead of the latest trends. Here’s why people attended:
High DemandThis exclusive event hads sold out for four consecutive years, underscoring its importance and popularity in the industry. |
Expert InsightsAttendees heard from Anneliese Day K.C., a leading Silk in construction law, on insights and lessons learnt from the Morrell-Day Review. |
Industry TrendsParticipants discovered the latest in building safety, sustainability, and digital construction. |
Inspiring SessionsDelegates engaged with industry leaders through keynote speeches, panel Q&As, and insightful presentations. |
Networking OpportunitiesAttendees connected with construction professionals and built meaningful relationships, expanding their professional network. |
Exclusive InvitationsOur sponsor lunch and drinks reception provided additional networking opportunities in a more intimate and relaxed setting. |
Recognised as a leading Silk in construction law by Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, Anneliese has been involved in landmark cases such as Walter Lilly v Mackay and numerous PFI projects. She is internationally renowned for her expertise in arbitration and dispute resolution. In 2023, she co-led the Independent Review of the Construction Product Testing Regime alongside Paul Morrell, addressing key issues highlighted in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy.
Anneliese is a “leading lawyer of her generation” and a “standout genius” whose skill as a “ruthlessly brilliant advocate” is deployed in cases spanning all areas of commercial law.
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Chris has over 30 years of experience in environmental advocacy and has inspired positive change throughout his career. He co-founded and served as Director of Surfers Against Sewage (1990-2000), praised as one of the UK’s most effective environmental groups. He was also Sustainability Director at the Eden Project, where he developed the “Waste Neutral” initiative and promoted sustainable business practices.
Chris has provided expert testimony to the UK Parliament, European Commission, and other significant bodies, and has been a special advisor to the UK Environment Minister. His media appearances include BBC World Service, Panorama, and CNN. In 2008, he was awarded an MBE for services to the environment and an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Plymouth.
He has presented to various organisations, including Accenture, BMW, and the National Grid, and currently serves on the BBC’s Sustainability Advisory Group. Chris focuses on strategic planning, communications, leadership, and integrating sustainability into profitable business practices, believing in the positive impact of business on the environment. He remains an avid surfer.
Stephen, Innovation Director at NBS | Powered by Hubexo will be chairing the event. He will also be presenting the latest developments to the NBS Chorus and NBS Source platforms and giving a preview into the findings from the NBS Digital Construction Survey 2025.
Stephen has been at the forefront of NBS product development since 1999, contributing significantly to platforms like NBS Chorus and NBS Source. As project lead for elements of the UK Government’s BIM Task Group 'Level 2 programme', he played a pivotal role in delivering the Uniclass classification system. A graduate of Durham University, Stephen holds a degree in Structural Engineering and a PhD focused on the digital modelling of building structures, combining academic expertise with decades of industry experience.
Areas of expertise include Commercial software development, BIM, Specification, Product Information and Sustainability.
